Last night, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returned; a splashy, highly anticipated event often dubbed the “Girls’ Super Bowl“, sort of how the Dyson is a woman’s equivalent to a PS5. After its 2019 cancellation and a much-hyped reboot in 2024, the world waited to see what the 2025 show would deliver: a promise of new inclusivity, viral stars, and global musical acts like TWICE, Madison Beer, Missy Elliott, and Karol G. But as the glitter settled, one thing became clear: you just can’t please everyone.​ The Show as a Mirror: Glamour, Grievances, and Growing Pains Online reactions are a … Continue reading Who Gets to Be Pleased? Victoria’s Secret, Society, and the Impossible Quest for Consensus